Bookmark AlaskaAP Top NewsGeneral NewsJapanU.S. NewsWar and unrest Death of last surviving Alaskan taken by Japan during WWII rekindles memories of forgotten battle by Andrew Wright December 10, 2023 December 10, 2023 The story of Gregory Golodoff, last survivor of a WWII Japanese capture, sheds light on a forgotten battle in America’s history.
Bookmark AccidentsGeneral NewsJapanJapan governmentUnited StatesUnited States governmentWashington news US military grounds entire fleet of Osprey aircraft following a deadly crash off the coast of Japan by Ryan Lee December 7, 2023 December 7, 2023 US military grounds Osprey fleet after Japan crash; safety concerns rise in hybrid aircraft’s troubled history.
Bookmark EntertainmentGeneral NewsJapanMovies ‘Oppenheimer’ will get a theatrical release in Japan, after all by Lucas Garcia December 7, 2023 December 7, 2023 Japanese distributor Bitters End confirms theatrical release for Nolan’s Oppenheimer in 2024, addressing sensitivities.
Bookmark AsiaAsia PacificClassical musicEntertainmentGeneral NewsJapanMusic Japan Celebrates 16th Anniversary of Vocaloid Icon Hatsune Miku by Lucas Garcia September 2, 2023 September 2, 2023 This comprehensive article explores the 16th anniversary of Hatsune Miku, Japan’s iconic Vocaloid. It delves into her cultural impact, technological evolution, and enduring popularity, covering events, merchandise, and fan community …
Bookmark ChinaGeneral NewsJapanJapan governmentJoe BidenNorth KoreaPoliticsSouth KoreaSouth Korea governmentYoon Suk Yeol US, Japan and South Korea agree to expand security ties at summit amid China, North Korea worries by Ryan Lee August 19, 2023 August 19, 2023 US, Japan, and South Korea expand security and economic ties at Camp David summit, focusing on mutual cooperation amid concerns about China and North Korea.
Bookmark AsiaAsia PacificGeneral NewsJapanNatural disastersSeoulSouth KoreaStormsWeatherWorld News Flights and ferries halted in South Korea ahead of storm that’s dumped rain on Japan for a week by Madison Thomas August 9, 2023 August 9, 2023 South Korea suspends flights and ferries, evacuates World Scout Jamboree, and enacts preventive measures ahead of tropical storm Khanun’s arrival.
Bookmark AP Top NewsBombingsDisarmamentFumio KishidaG-7 SummitGeneral NewsInternational agreementsJapanNuclear weaponsRussia-Ukraine warWar and unrestWorld News Hiroshima mayor calls nuclear deterrence ‘folly’ as city marks 78th anniversary of atomic bombing by Madison Thomas August 6, 2023 August 6, 2023 Hiroshima officials criticize rising support for nuclear deterrence on the 78th anniversary of atomic bombing, urging global leaders towards disarmament.
Bookmark Asia PacificGeneral NewsInternational Atomic Energy AgencyJapanNuclear power plant accidentsTokyoWorld News Anticipation of Fukushima’s Nuclear Wastewater Discharge Alarms Residents by Michael Nguyen July 30, 2023 July 30, 2023 Fukushima residents fear imminent release of treated radioactive wastewater from nuclear plant could further harm the region’s reputation and economy.
Bookmark General NewsJapanSexual assaultTeensWorld News Former Teen Performers Seek Japan’s #MeToo Moment, Accusing Agent of Sexual Assault by Andrew Wright July 15, 2023 July 15, 2023 Former teen performers accuse powerful Japanese agent of sexual assault, hoping to spark a #MeToo movement in Japan.
Bookmark JapanBusinessFinancial marketsU.S. NewsWorld News Stock market today: Markets bounce back modestly with focus still on retail sector, consumers by Joshua Brown May 17, 2023 May 17, 2023 Today in Tokyo, stock markets are doing very differently. Japan’s stock market has gone up by 0.8% due to good economic reports, but other countries in the area aren’t as…